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Small Town Living in Gibson County

Now that spring is here, haven’t we just been a busy bunch? There have been open houses, ribbon cuttings and all kinds of events throughout the county. The fairgrounds has been busy too, with horses, tractors, food trucks and will have more to come.

Our cover story gives a shout out to a local academy that’s been teaching martial arts for 20 years now. There’s always something we can learn.

For those who like working with their hands, check out the Artist Profile section. You’ll find a story about one of our locals who loves working with wood and staying busy.

Grab a glass of sweet tea, find the front porch, and take a break and see what’s been happening with your friends and neighbors.

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Sports I nsider - T w enty Y ears of Integrity

For many of us, our knowledge of martial arts is limited to what we’ve seen in the movies. Most of us can remember seeing such actors as Jackie Chan, Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris do kicking and punching moves in fight scenes. Although, others might think back to the original “Karate Kid” in 1984. That’s how Isaac Birch of Integrity Martial Arts became interested in learning the arts.

For twenty years he’s been teaching martial arts, but remembers that it wasn’t until middle school that he began training in Muay Thai kickboxing and Bruce

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Lee’s art of Jeet Kune Do. “Once the UFC started in the early ‘90’s. I began training in JiuJitsu. In those days you would have to travel for hours and hours just to train with a blue belt in Brazilian JiuJitsu”, Isaac reflected.

After years of training in different styles and teaching privately, Isaac now brings many forms of martial arts to Gibson County. Integrity Martial Arts began in 2002 in Fort Branch, but is currently located in Princeton, at Red Dawn Armory. After twenty years of teaching thousands of students, they show no signs

On the cover: Isaac Birch practing a round kick defense from Muay Thai Kick-Boxing with Kyle Gilmore. Above: Group of students from our JiuJitsu Class. Bryan Skipo (front center) got his Purple Belt with Red Bar.

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of slowing down.

There are several As Isaac families that all train explained, “I have together at Integrity. been a school teacher One such family also for over 23 years, so happen to be assistant teaching martial arts instructors: husband became a natural and wife team Bryan progression.” He has and Sabrina Skipo.

Indiana teaching They have a child or licenses in Elementary, two who are also Physical Education, involved to make it a Special Education, family event.

The Kids Core Class Computer Technology, Being a dad, and History. Teaching just comes natural apparently. teacher and martial arts instructor aren’t the only jobs “My favorite part of teaching is seeing the progress on Isaac’s plate. He also teaches self defense courses students make when they dedicate themselves to for women and in other situations, like low light selfimproving their skills and challenge one another to defense, as well as hand gun skills. His goal is to help improve. There’s a joy people get in shape and improve their self-defense in seeing students skills for those in any age and stage in life. succeed both on and When looking back on the years and growth of his off the mats that can’t business, which is essentially teaching an art, Isaac be measured,” Isaac reflected, “We really appreciate all our students and reflected. those who have supported our academy over the past He believes that 20 years. We consider it a privilege to teach and are the academy is looking forward to serving Gibson County for another 20 investing in lives. The years”. teachers want to make With their motto of “Strengthening Mind, Body and classes fun, yet “take Character,” let’s hope they continue to do that for the the task of training our next 20 years. Congrats! students in the latest training methods and Willow Trail earned her yellow belt. fighting skills seriously”. But he admits that the students ask interesting questions and keep the teachers on their toes and skills sharp.

Integrity is a very family oriented academy.

Isaac and his wife have six kids and he’s a school teacher himself. He feels that he has some insight into family life. “I see the challengers our kids face everyday. We are One of the Monday night groups getting a picture before here to provide a healthy outlet for dads, celebrating 20 years with cupcakes and cookies. moms, and the kids”.

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Locals Return from Edward Jones Photo provided Conference Edward Jones Financial Advisor Shane Minton and his branch team members, Jill Fougnies and Amy Sullivan, recently returned from Edward Jones’ premier recognition conference, the Drucker Council, which celebrates the contributions and achievements of 75 of the most successful branch teams from the firm’s more than 15,000.

Penny Pennington, CEO of Edward The event was held in Phoenix on May 10-11. Jones, Jill Fougnies & Amy Sullivan.

During the two-day conference, attendees had the opportunity to interact with firm leaders and one another, sharing ideas and feedback on how the firm can continue to grow its impact for its clients, colleagues and the communities it serves.

“We are incredibly honored that our team was able to attend the Drucker Council and could collaborate with our leaders and colleagues,” Minton said. “But the real honor is knowing our clients have placed their trust in us as we partner with them to help them realize the lives they envision for themselves and their families.”

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On Friday, April 29th, Springs Valley Bank celebrated 120 years in business with cupcakes, prizes and a drawing for a gift basket.

Lori Martin, Business Development Banker, presented the gift basket filled with snacks, gifts and other goodies.

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Celebrating Mother’s Day the Fil-Am Way The Gibson Wabash Fil Am group entertained the residents of River Oaks on Mother’s Day. Photo provided Members of the Fil-Am group with Dawn Green of River Oaks

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Archery Tourney Is Sending Kids to Camp Photos: Jancey Smith

The first ever outdoor archery event at YMCA Camp Carson helped the community and will send kids to camp. The Princeton Knights of Columbus and Masonic Lodge teamed up with Camp Carson and the Princeton Archery team to put on the event in April. They raised nearly $7,500 which will allow eight kids from Gibson County to go to YMCA Camp Carson this summer. The Haubstadt Boy Scouts received a donation for their help parking cars and the Princeton Band sold concessions to help their organization. Twenty eight Indiana school participated in the shootout. This was a bullseye for everyone and they hope to do it again next year.

YMCA’s Jim Sexstone and Brian Williams from North Gibson Archery Club

Right: Gordon Rodgers, Grand Knight of the K of C, Jim Sexstone, Director YMCA Camp Carson and Larry Sisk of the Princeton Masonic Lodge presented checks for camp scholarships.

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An Artist Profile Bob Schmitz Story: Jancey Smith, Photos provided

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Many folks like working with their hands, whether it be planting in the garden, rolling dough in the kitchen, or with tools in the workshop. Bob Schmitz is one of those guys. He’s got a tool and lumber-filled pole barn with all kinds of things to keep his hands busy. In the winter, Bob cozies in and makes stuff from wood - all kinds of stuff.

Graduating from Fort Branch High School in 1957, one of his creations is a memory box honoring former classmates. It was crafted with care and has everyone’s individual name.

Throughout Bob and Sharon’s rural Francisco home there are all kinds of furniture crafted by Bob. He’s made desks, coffee tables, corner shelves, a

crossword puzzle table and more. Bob’s even fashioned banks that look like little trucks made with post office box doors. He even made a trundle bed for his granddaughter.

At 81 years old, Bob has been working Bob in his wood shop. with tools and making things from wood since he was just a kid. He built race cars from old crates and dug a basement at age thirteen. He retired from Old Ben Coal. Bob also spent 10 years with Industrial Contractors local #181 as an operating engineer. That’s when he got to use the big tools, operating cranes and big bull dozers. He loved it.

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The biggest project that years now, they’ve Bob took on was an actual had adventures in buggy. Shaped just like the every state except ones you’d find in Amish five. They haven’t country with the wheels and made it up to New top, it has Industrial engine England yet, but he tucked inside. He and his wife has tales to tell, just Sharon take it to special ask. Since Bob is a events like the fair. The most lifetime fair board difficult thing that Bob’s made member, you’ll be was his roll seeing him top desk, at the he upcoming admitted taking meticulous precision. county fair.

Bob likes working with all kinds Look for him of wood and keeps an assortment in near the stock - poplar, cherry, oak and Bear Hollow A bookcase that fits by the stairway. walnut to name a few. He even has a Wood demonstrations. He has a thing for wood. kiln (to dry wood) near his wood shop. When Bob’s not in his wood shop, he’s in the barn next to it.

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Business Updates Koberstein Construction Found New Home

Rose Nails Opened on the Square

In what used to be the base for Ready Construction, behind Siemers Glass on Hwy. 64 East, has now become the home of J. Koberstein Construction as of March 1st.

Beginning in 2015, Jordan and Jacob Koberstein are general contractors specializing in roofing, new construction and also offer design work.

Thursday, May 12th was finally the opening day of Rose Nails on the south side of the square in Princeton. They began working on the shop in the fall of 2019 and then came Covid. The store offers a wide variety of services.

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Mother Truckers Pizza Launched in Fort Branch

There was a steady line of patrons sampling pizza until it sold out.

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Polka Dots Play Cafe Slated to Open The new Polka Dots Play Cafe in Haubstadt is set to open June 1st at 10 a.m. It’s located on the corner of Hwy 68 & Hwy. 41. It’s a creative idea for moms and tots.

While Flora June’s Scoop Shoppe opened in Fort Branch on May 1st, Mother Truckers Pizza made its debut. Offering a variety of unique pizza flavors, this food truck will be based at the Brickhouse Boutique yet travel when needed.

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Business Updates The Going Home Show will go on without Uncle Dave

Uniquely Michael’s Wishes Joyce the Best

Broadway Title Will Miss Longtime Employee

Joyce Sharrett worked for ten years at Uniquely Michael’s and retired on Saturday, May 7th. She was a wealth of information and helped customers. Now Patti Kolb has been a cornerstone at she’ll have more Broadway Title for 271⁄2 years, helping time to help at Leon Stone and his team. She will retire Hillside UMC. the end of June and will be missed.

Dave Kunkel has been counting the days.

After 60 years on the radio and 28 years of doing the Going Home Show on WRAY, Uncle Dave will retire on Friday, June 3rd. A huge party is planned for the public at the Toyota Events Center at the Gibson County Fairgrounds on Sunday, June 5th from 4 - 10 pm.

Mark Latham will take over the Going Home Show.

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Sunday, May 8th, was not only Mother’s Day, but a big day in Francisco. The local Lions Club celebrated not only their 75th anniversary, but also their 36th year of hosting the Mother’s Day car show. There was food, fun and very nice rides. About 30 cars were there for the show.

The last Tuesday of each month has become “Food Truck Tuesday” at the Gibson County Fairgrounds.

The initial launch on April 26th was a tad chilly, but there were lots of folks that dropped in for a taste.

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Above: Seven food trucks offered a variety of goodies ranging from BBQ, gourmet burgers & dogs to sweets.

Right: Local musician Logan Dyer entertained the crowd with music played on a variety of instruments.

Left: This yellow roadster got lots of attention.

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Habitat for Humanity held a home dedication for Sarah Weber and her son on Wednesday, May 4th.

Members of the Chamber, Habitat, and Sarah’s family were present to welcome her to her new home.

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Duke Energy employees from the Gibson Generating Station volunteered time to assist the City of Princeton. The work that was conducted consisted of spreading mulch within the Bicentennial Park, as well as distributing decorative landscaping rocks. In addition, light poles owned by the city were spruced up and received a new coat of paint. The work was performed under a company volunteer program called Duke Energy in Action.

Chamber Held Annual Golf Scramble The Gibson County Chamber of Commerce held their annual golf scramble to raise money for high school scholarships. Sixteen teams were involved in the event Thursday, May 12th, at the Princeton Country Club.

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To thank Mindy Brines for her years of service, a small reception was held on Friday, April 29th.

Various City employees came to wish her well and be present for the swearing in of David Kennard as the new Clerk/Treasurer.

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VFW #2714 Fort Branch Kitchen open Thur. & Fridays to the public *Post meetings now 3rd Tuesday monthly at 6:30 **Treasure is back Mondays at 7pm

Beauty for Ashes Pageant Hillside UMC Princeton June 11th, 2 pm

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Karaoke Night Princeton Moose Lodge Saturday, June 25th, 8 pm Open to the public

Summer Drama Camp “Annie” Princeton Community High School Auditorium June 6th-11th, Friday performance 6:30 Saturday performance 2 pm

Haubstadt Sommerfest June 17th-19th Parade Saturday 1 pm

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23rd-24th. Friday Homecoming Parade & Tailgate.

Dinner at Dick Clark’s Sat. 24th at 6 p.m. Contact Debbie Bateman for reservations (812) 664-1981.

The 91st Mt. Olympus Alumni Banquet will be June 18, 2022, at the Mt. Olympus Gym. The event will begin with a social hour at 4 PM followed by dinner at 5:00.

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Hillside Church, Princeton Monday, June 13th Call 812-385-2910 by 2:30 pm

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New Life House of Prayer 208S. West St, Haubstadt 1st and 3rd Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:30 pm

Gibson St., Princeton Tuesdays, June 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, 9-10 am Fridays, June 3rd & 17th, 2:30 - 3:30 pm Check Facebook for details

Mackey Salem UMC Community Meal Tuesday, June 21st 11am - 12:30 pm proceeds go to E. G. food pantry

Salvation Army, Gibson St., Princeton Sat., June 11th, 4-6 pm

Mom’s Diner, Oakland City Friday, June 3rd, 6 - 8 pm

Cruise-In at the Square Princeton Square Friday, June 24th, 5:30 pm

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Lyles Station Museum Saturday, June 18th 11 am - 3 pm Food by Tim’s Awesome BBQ Honoring Joyce Gooch Granger

East Gibson Food Pantry Trinity United Methodist Church, 405 S. Mulberry St. Every Wednesday 9 am - noon

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C om m unity H ighlights Story Joyce Rohrer, photo provided

Left: Princeton native Scott Hartley with the choir at Carnegie Hall.

The Southwest Indiana Cantata Choir (SWICC) will be performing the cantata Once Upon a Morning: From Resurrection to Pentecost with a live orchestra in the Washington High School Auditorium on Sunday, June 5, at 4:00 pm. This beautiful work composed by Pepper Choplin tells the story of Jesus Christ and his encounters with the disciples from the empty tomb to the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost.

Recently several members of SWICC experienced the thrill of performing at Carnegie Hall in New York City with the composer, Pepper Choplin, on the podium leading the festival choir of 93. SWICC was invited to participate by Distinguished Concerts International New York based on their video audition back in 2019. The performance was postponed in May, 2020. Finally in May 2022, a group of seven singers along with family members and friends traveled to New York for 11 hours of rehearsals and sightseeing over five days.

The choir thanks the community for their support and wants to share a free performance of the cantata that they performed in New York City. SWICC has grown to over 30 members from six area counties: Daviess, Dubois, Gibson, Knox, Martin, and Monroe.

The concert will open with guest gospel artist Austin Glover followed by the Southwest Indiana Cantata Choir performing Once Upon a Morning. Admission is free and donations will be greatly appreciated.

Written by Mikala Sisson On the back of this photograph is a handwritten description by Homer T. Genung, “One legged Ben Wallace standing in front of Runcie Drug in Ft. Branch.”

Charles B. Runcie owned a drugstore in Fort Branch in the early 1900s. He was also a member of the Fort Branch Public Library Board of Trustees for many years.

According to a note written on the back of this photo, this drugstore became the “site of the Del Peerman building” in the 1980s, which is currently Angermeier Electric. You can see the outline of the old train depot in the background.

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Community Foundation Presented Grant Awards The Gibson County Community Foundation is committed to addressing the cycle of poverty within the county through a variety of programs and funding opportunities. Over the last year, grant dollars have been focused on educating the public about generational poverty and providing training to educators on classroom strategies for working with at-risk youth. The Community

Tiffannie Hedin was happy to present Kathleen Elliot and Rob Apple of the Isaiah 1:17 Project $28,000 for foster care needs.

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The Community Foundation opened the For Good, For Families, For Gibson County Grant Program for applications in January 2022, to provide funding for charitable programs or projects that aim to reduce poverty and its effects on youth and to increase family economic stability.

After several months of application review, the Gibson County Advisory Board invited organizations to present their proposals which strategically addressed the issues of generational poverty and childhood well-being.

A reception was held Tuesday, May 17th, at the Princeton Public Library, at which time five organizations were presented a total of $100,000 in grant funding.

Kent Walden presented a check of $30,000 to Janae Sharp of Youth First for six social workers in three Gibson County schools.

Left: C. T. Montgomery was proud to present Julia Rahman and Jim Stephens of Habitat for Humanity with a check for $20,000 for their homeowners education program.

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Stan Keepes of the ARC of SW Indiana accepted a check for $15,500 to help their training center.

Left: Leslie Mustard presented a check to Princeton Public Library’s Director, Shannon Linsday (right), for $6,500 to be used to create three tower gardens.

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As the Vet Says -

-Dr. Marybeth Feutz, Princeton Veterinary Hospital

Celebrate Your Furry Family Members!

National Pet Appreciation Week is June 5th -11th! Our pets are so much more than “just pets” to us – they are companions, exercise partners, stress relievers (and sometimes stress givers!), cuddle buddies, and family members. They love us unconditionally … how do you show your appreciation and love to your pets?

We have a few ideas for you!

• Extra pets, hugs, and snuggles, if they like it, of course.

• Give their favorite treat, or experiment with new treats they haven’t tried before.

• Have them groomed! Especially this time of year when they are shedding their winter coats, a good grooming with a shampoo, haircut, and nail trim can make your pets feel so much better.

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• Go for an extra-long walk.

• Spend time playing fetch, Frisbee, tug-of-war, or your dog’s favorite game.

• Buy some new catnip mice for your cats.

• Check their vaccines – are they up to date?

• Check the contact information on their microchip, make sure someone can find you if your pets get lost.

• Refill their flea, tick, and heartworm prevention medicines.

These medicines are so easy to give, protect against many difficult-to-treat diseases, and will help keep your pet free from parasites.

• Have a veterinary checkup. If your pet hasn’t been to the vet in over a year or if they are acting funny (scratching too much, not playing as hard, not eating as well, trouble jumping or going up stairs), it’s time to have a checkup with your veterinarian.

• Schedule a dental cleaning. If your pet has bad breath, is eating strangely (chewing on only one side of their mouth or dropping food), is pawing at their mouth, or you can see a lot of tartar, it’s time to get those teeth cleaned! A clean, healthy mouth makes happy dogs and cats!

Did you know Princeton Veterinary Hospital has a groomer on site? We are looking for a second groomer to hire! If you are interested in the grooming position, call our office at 812-385-2733 and ask for Jessica.

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It takes a He spent those years in school at special kind of Purdue working on a local farm, while his person to be a small wife Susan was a secretary. They will be town doctor. The skills of married 54 years in June. After all this time, kindness and empathy are they still try to have date night on required along with medical Saturdays. Which is good because the knowledge. This is even more important family has added 10 grands and 4 greatwhen you’re a doctor of animals, because grands plus another is expected soon. they can’t “tell” you what is wrong.

There are four vets in the Feutz family Experience with animals is a must. father, son, daughter and daughter-in-law.

One local animal doctor that has been Compassion for animals must run in the using all of those skills for 50 years now, is family.

D.V.M Jim Feutz, On June 1st, Doc Feutz When Jim started in the veterinarian Dr. Jim Feutz as he’s commonly known, will celebrate his business, 70-80% of the animals he worked golden anniversary as a veterinarian. with were large/farm animals. He took care of the pigs, Doc came to us from Green County, after graduating cows and horses on a farm. Over the years, there’s from Purdue in June 1972. He got a tip that Ralph Welp been a shift and the greater number of animals are small was looking for some help in Princeton. That partnership domestics like cat and dogs. Now more women than lasted for 35 years. men are becoming veterinarians. It appears the industry Purdue was one of the few schools nationwide that has shifted away from farm to urban animal care. had a veterinarian program at the time. There were only Like other doctors, he and Ralph Welp rotated being 26 or so in the country then and 60 students were in the on call on weekends. There were more than a few class out of 400-500 applicants. Most students were midnight ER calls over the years. Calving season was male and it helped to get accepted if you had farm always busy, as well as nights delivering pigs and experience, which Jim did.

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The IKI Horse Show Came to Town Photos: Jancey Smith

On the first weekend in May, the IKI Horse show is held at the Gibson County Fairgrounds. It features barrels and pole bending for all ages and in a variety of classes. Folks travel from all around the area to participate in the events.

This was the scene at the fairgrounds May 7th lots of horses, trucks, and trailors.

Seven-year-old Kayden Cecil from Martinsville, rode his horse Dolly in the youth division. Kayden won 1st place in 3D poles both days.

Bixley, who is four-years-old (almost five she emphasized) came from Oaktown to ride in the pee wee divivion. Her horse Sparkles is old, gentle and well trained.

Six-year-old Kimber Caringer from Hazleton was there for her first barrel show in the pee wee division.

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A Weekend of Antique Tractors Photos: Jancey Smith

A weekend of antique tractors and activities came to the Gibson County Fairgrounds on May 13th and 14th.

There were tractor pulls both nights, a craft and vendor flea market, food trucks, a working saw mill and 73 antique tractors on display. There were also barrel train rides and pedal tractor pulls for the kids on Saturday.

The Gibson County Fairgrounds was filled when Collectors Carnival came to town on Saturday, April 29th.

There were 3,300 shoppers that enjoyed the displays in all eight buildings. This is their 30th year of bringing shows to the area.

Above: John Wilkinson of Oakland City was selling his “Classic Lures” and other items.

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Princeton Knights Held Annual Photos: Tootsie Roll Drive Melissa Walden

Patoka Fire Territory Held Open House Photos: Jancey Smith

An open house was held on Saturday, May 7th at the Patoka Fire Station to welcome the public to the new facility. There was a cookout, tours and a plaque presentation. The building was dedicated to Administrative Chief, Mike Berry for his 50 years in fire service.

The Patoka/ White River Township Fire Territory has 25-30 volunteer firefighters who combine to cover 49 square miles.

The Knights of Columbus in Gibson County hold annual Tootsie Roll drives to raise money for folks with intellectual disabilities. The Princeton K of C had their drive on Friday, May 13th and Saturday, May 14th.

More that 50 volunteers worked in shifts for over 240 hours to raise the money donated to the ARC of SW Indiana.

L-R: Donald Knapp, Stan Keepes and Gene Keepes.

Above L-R: Asst, Chief for Hazleton, Jared Birch, Asst. Chief for Patoka, Rick Simpson and Administrative Chief, Mike Berry Left: Their line of fire trucks on display.

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Jason Rainey, Grand Knight of the Haubstadt Knights of Columbus, Council 2215, presented a check for $1,200 to Ann Minnis, President of Right to Life of Gibson County, at the K of C “Founders’ Day Banquet” at Haub’s Steak House on April 22, 2022. These funds Jason Rainey and Ann Minnis were collected at four Gibson County Catholic Churches – Sts. Peter & Paul, St. James, Holy Cross, and St. Bernard – during the K of C annual “One Rose-One Life” campaign. The Council also donated to the K of C effort supplying ultrasound machines to pregnancy-aid clinics in Indiana. The funds donated to Right to Life will be used to publicize the Safe Haven Baby Box located at the Princeton Fire Station, as well as for other efforts to protect Mothers and their babies.

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Veteran’s Voice George Pickersgill - Gibson Co. Veterans Service Officer, 812-385-4522 One of the most common services that I am asked to provide, as with any other Service Office in the state, is help with serviceconnected disability claims. Although we’ve discussed this before, I thought it would be beneficial to revisit this topic.

S/C disability compensation is a tax-free monetary benefit paid for injuries, conditions, or diseases that were incurred in, caused, or aggravated by active duty military service, and is based on degree of severity from 0% to 100%. To be eligible for compensation, a veteran must meet a minimum service requirement based upon service dates and have been discharged under other than dishonorable conditions. Compensation falls into one of four primary categories – Direct, Aggravation, Presumptive, and Secondary. A fifth, but highly uncommon, category are non-service-connected injuries/ conditions that are a direct result of substandard or

improper care at a VA (or VA-contracted) medical facility. Also, injuries sustained from direct combat action may also qualify for additional special compensation.

The three key elements to any disability claim are (1) a currently diagnosed medical illness or condition, (2) an in-service accident, injury, or event, and (3) a nexus between the two. In other words, you must currently suffer from something and there must exist a connection between that and your military service.

This compensation absolutely is not welfare or some kind of a handout, as is so often the attitude of many disabled veterans. The common notion that “someone else needs it more than me” is illogical and faulty thinking. If you have been left with lasting physical and/ or mental effects as a result of your service, you deserve this and should not feel embarrassed or guilty for accepting it.

If you believe that a current medical condition may be connected to your military service, please contact me and let’s see if you may be entitled to compensation.

These can be long, complicated, and confusing processes and I encourage you not to embark on them alone. It is my privilege to serve your needs.

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Veterans’ Resource Fair Held at Library The first Veteran’s Resource Fair was held on Wednesday, May 11th at the Princeton Public Library.

There were at least eight organizations that had services and information to offer our veterans. It was a very good turn out and there was a steady flow of guests throughout the three hour event.

Some even arrived before the opening time. Lunch was also served and photos were taken.

On left, Chris MacKay talked with another veteran about the Sheep Dog Impact Program.

On right, George Pickersgill greets veterans.

Tax Preparation • Payroll • Accounting Left: A group of Vietnam Veterans from the Fort Branch VFW came to visit the resource fair and chat with friends and other service members.

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The West House

Story and photos: Mayor Greg Wright

Vincent T. West was born in Claremont County Ohio, around 1812. He studied at Ohio Medical College before settling in Pike County in 1838. Dr. West married Charity Robb, daughter of early Gibson County settlers David and Nancy Robb. Charity Robb West passed away soon after her marriage in 1841.

The widower Dr. West, then married Charity’s sister Cordelia and by 1853 had moved to Princeton, building a stately home at the corner of Emerson and Hart Streets.

The Wests’ threw lavish parties, hosted balls, and were surely the center of Princeton’s well-to-do social circles.

Extensive gardens surrounded the home on the West and North sides of the property as well as expansive porches for entertaining the locals.

The West’s three daughters, Eckley, California, and Laura were likely very sought after by the local boys seeking brides. Dr. Vincent West died on April 28, 1889.

The home was purchased the local Eagles Lodge in January of 1907. A large fire destroyed the structure on April 13, 2010.

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P P L : June 2022 Summer Reading Programs Pre-registration for all special programs begins on June 6, 9am in the Youth Room Mon 6

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OCEANS of POSSIBILITIES! Family Show 10am Register today beginning at 9am in Perry Warren Magic Show our youth area. Pick up reading logs Magician Perry Warren presents his and register for special programs: Sewing with Susan, Titanic Evening, Under the Sea Magic Show. In case of rain, program moves from & Build-A-Squid. Space is limited.

Lafayette Park to library.

Family Make & Take Craft 1pm Yellow Submarine Wood Painting Euchre Card Players 2pm Meet weekly, everyone welcome!

Movie Night Monday 5pm Finding Dory, Rated PG Teen Tuesday 3pm Popcorn & water will be served.

Beatles Art & Art of the Beatles All Movie Night Mondays are meant Join us for this rockin’ program! Plus, to be enjoyed by all. Please assess snacks and prizes. Grades 7+ ratings for yourself before attending

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Make a craft that we provide or bring your own! Weekly crafts will be advertised on our Facebook page.

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Family/Adult Program 2pm Mark Ellis presents Water Rescue & Safety. Hear stories of different water based rescues in our area.

Plus, see the Hovercraft these firefighters use!

Games & Activities 3pm Silly Magic Geared for grades 3-6 Adult Belly-Dancing @ 6:30pm

Family LEGO Saturday June 11th, 2-4pm!

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Family Show 10am Family 1pm Family Make & Take Craft 1pm Purdue Extension Office Adzooks Puppets Sand Art Bees & Seed Bombs Colorful sea scenes and creatures come Masterful Puppet Show! See an to life once you add in your cool sand! array of puppets bring stories to life! Making flowers turn into a cool

Preschool Story Time 10am Story & Activity Puppet Circus Games & Activities 3pm blub to plant Are you bored?

Want to get over Movie Night Monday 5pm Teen Tuesday 3pm Dollar Store Craft Night that? Try Board Games! Geared to The Meg, PG-13 Come and see a real Nailed It! Giant Fish Craft 6pm children in grades 3-6.

Megalodon tooth! Popcorn served!

Plus, snacks and prizes!

Bring in your crafting project Adult Program 6pm Geared towards grades 7+ and work on it with fellow Fiber Fanatics 6pm crafters! Or, try out our project Adult Board Game Night! We have games like Gibsonopoly, Checkers, The Mighty Pen Writing Group Sewing with Susan 6pm of the week. Make new Trivia. Plus, snacks! We just need you 6pm For beginners, and sewing skill builders, friends! Weekly crafts will be and your friends! this class is SEW fun! Every Monday Learn creative writing skills and how advertised on our Facebook to self-publish your work Adult Belly-Dancing @ 6:30pm night. Project advertised on Facebook. page.

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Family Make & Take Craft 1pm Jelly Fish Bowl Make your own jellyfish!

Preschool Story Time 10am K-5/Family 1pm Family Show 10am Pirate Skills Story & Activity Reptiles with Rex Morrell Pirate Dance Party Reptile friend Rex Morrell presents Could you survive being a pirate out on the high seas? Can you snakes, lizards, and more! Learn a map to get to your buried Games & Activities 3pm Movie Night Monday 5pm about these fascinating reptiles and read treasure? Or will you sink in Island Games & Skills Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the their habitats. defeat?

Can you make it off of a desert Black Pearl, Rated PG-13 Teen Tuesday 3pm island? Grades 3-6 Dollar Store Craft Night Popcorn & water will be served!

Weekly program geared to children in 6pm grades 7+ Sewing with Susan 6pm Belly-Dancing Class 6:30pm Bring in your projects! Try Island Skills and Tattoo Art For beginners, and sewing skill builders, All body shapes and sizes welcome! one of our projects!

Come Learn about island culture and play Class oriented for 15+. No previous this class is SEW fun! Every Monday craft and have fun! neat games to survive! experience required! night. Project advertised on Facebook.

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Preschool Story Time 10am Family Show 10am K-5/Family 1pm Story & Activity Professor Steve Science Show *Pre-Registration Required* Science Adventure Professor Steve presents the Build-A-Squid Wild Water Show!

Make your own squid to take Games & Activities 3pm He will show all of us how cool the home and call your own! Only 10 Micro Scavenger Hunt and Small spots available science behind water can be!

Creature Challenge Hunt down cool, interesting, tiny Dollar Store Craft Night Teen Tuesday 3pm Fiber Fanatics 6pm objects from nature 6pm *Pre-Registration Required* Belly-Dancing 6:30pm Sewing with Susan 6pm Come craft with us! We love Build-A-Squid Must have pre-registered.

Make your own squid to take home making crafts and new friends All body shapes and sizes welcome! along the way! Weekly crafts Class oriented for 15+. No previous For beginners and sewing skill buildand call your own! experience required! advertised on Facebook! ers, this class is SEW fun!

Only 10 spots available! Grades 7+

Family Make & Take Craft 1pm Coding Beads Alien code kits Movie Night Monday 5pm Jaws, Rated PG Popcorn & water will be served!

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Story & Activity programs are at the library instead Story telling through chalk art Chalk Story-telling of Lafayette Park! Double check the Adult Program 2pm dates and what is listed!

Dollar Store Craft Night Charlie Kiesel presents a program on Chalk the Walk 6pm Niagara Falls Show off your art skills by creating Bring in your project to work your own art! This program will be Games & Activities 3pm on! Need one? Let us know! held outside all around our Water & Winner, Winner! Grades 3-6 Weekly crafts will be Hart Street sidewalks.

Can you hit the target? Test your advertised on Facebook! skill! Target games for prizes Teen Tuesday 3pm Make sure to visit us at the Design your own Surfboard Chalk Art Gibson County Fair next (Program will be outdoors) Grades 7+ week! Merchant building #3 Adult Belly-Dancing 6:30pm

Family LEGO Saturday July 9th, 2-4pm! Titanic takes over the library on July 11!

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Movie Night Monday 5pm Sing 2, Rated PG Movie Night Monday is intended to be enjoyed by all. Please assess screenings for yourself before attending. Popcorn & water will be served!

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Family Make & Take Craft 1pm Worm Painting Kids will use string “worms” to make a painted masterpiece.

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We’ve got the beat, so come and move Teen Tuesday 3pm Dollar Store Craft Night 6pm your feet! Grades 3-6 Weekly program geared towards Bring in your project! Work on Adult Belly-Dancing 6:30pm grades 7+. Plus, prizes & snacks something that we provide.

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Friday, June 24: A Snack & Show will take place at Haubstadt’s Old Gym, starting at 10 am. Guest performer Jason Lindsey, a.k.a. Mr. Science, will be showing awesome science experiments! Snacks will be available to all who attend, and attendance prizes will be given away at the end. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets for seating!

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In my May 2018 article I wrote about our feeders attracts so many hummers that the little bully native Ruby Throated Hummingbird. I wanted to gets worn out trying to fight off so many opponents and talk about this little guy again since coming gives up. upon some new information.

The best time to put out these additional I’ve already had a few of these fellers feeders would be early July. This coincides with hanging around the feeder this season. the time the baby hummers will be out of the They did not stay around long and may nest in full force with hungry tummies. I’m going have been just passing through, stopping to try out this new information and hang several for a drink on their migration journey. One feeders up around my porch overhang creating issue I have always struggled with is “the many blind spots from the known usual perching bullies”. The Ruby Throated Hummingbird location of said bully. will strongly defend its territory when it comes to their Who would’ve known that outsmarting the bully was nesting area and food source. In my prior article I to bring more food to the bully? commented that in order to control this I would stage two feeders many feet apart, not in direct eyesight of each other, which should allow for others to get their chance to eat. To my dismay, however, this never really seemed to help or stop this type of aggressive behavior.

The bully hummingbird chooses a tree limb to perch from so that he can easily keep an eye on the feeder.

When his competitor is seen he will fly from his perch at high speed and ram his opponent in a body slam type of attack. I thought, I just can’t stand by and watch this so I did some more research on this dilemma. I learned that I was going about this in the wrong way. Instead of separating the feeders I should bring them together. I thought, “What ?” “How can this be?” I read further that I should bring my feeders close together. They should be so close they form a cluster or grouping that would invite even more hummers to this nectar diner.

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Is It Magic or a Surprise?

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Those were the starts of “Amaryllis belladonna” or “Lycoris squamigera” plants. Did you ask yourself, “what the heck is that?”

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Looking at them now, in June, they will be yellowing and dying back; they are feeding the bulbs for the single stalk of blooms to appear in late July or August.

Their bloom will occur seemingly overnight; it is quite a surprise when it happens. The blooms take four to five days to full maturity, but they are not noticeable as they are growing. The blooms are trumpet shaped and can be white or pink to a purplish color and fragrant.

Yes, these grow from large bulbs; some are 2 ½ inches in diameter and you can plant them in full sun to part shade. The bulbs will multiply over time and will need to be thinned in a few years. Plant them 5-6 inches below the soil surface in the spring or fall. They will grow anywhere and in stressful conditions; I know this from my own experience. I had a large bin of them, some were in trash bags and some in bowls. Since I didn’t get them all planted they sprouted in the bags and bowls.

They also prefer well drained soil, wet winters, and dry summers. When the leaves emerge, fertilize the plant.

When the foliage is yellowed and dying back, that is the time to cut the foliage back to the ground, or you could mow over them depending on where they are planted. Companion planting would be a good idea for these bulbs since they are green in spring, gone for a month or two and then in bloom. Ground cover plants such as Creeping thyme, Creeping Juniper, or Irish

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Hindu Rope (HR) Hoya carnosa “Compacta”

These waxy succulent vines are known for showy, prolific blooms and lush curling vines that can drape over a ledge or out of a basket. They are interesting and unique plants that are fairly easy to care for and have as houseplants.

The flowers consist of several small pinkish-white, fragrant, star shaped flowers, that when all are open, the whole ‘flower’ reminds me of a firework ...Ooo.... Ahhh .... WOW! Hindu Ropes don’t require too much maintenance. They just need a welldrained potting soil, a decent amount of warmth, and bright, indirect sunlight to thrive.

Light - They grow best in very bright light. Southern exposure is best, but they can adapt to east or west locations in front of a window. In low light, a (HR) plant may never bloom. Afternoon sun will burn and bleach the color from the leaves.

Water - All Hindu Rope plants are succulents that need very little water. Water when the soil is almost dry.

During the winter, water all varieties of hoya plants even less.

Fertilize - Fertilize your (HR) during the months of May through August with a good water soluble plant food. Use 1/2 the recommended strength. If possible, find a fertilizer especially formulated for succulents and/ or one high in potassium. Potassium helps to encourage the (HR) to bloom.

Temperature - Hindu Rope plants prefer daytime temperatures of 70 ° (F) or higher and nighttime temperatures between 60° and 65° (F). These temperatures encourage mature plants to flower during the late spring and summer.

Pests - Mealy Bugs are the most common houseplant pest that attacks Hindu Rope plants. Mealy Bugs get inside the curly twists and turns of the plant leaves. The best way to get rid of these plant pests is to spray all parts of the Hindu Rope plant with a good preventative mealy bug spray.

You can easily make your own preventative mealy bug/pests spray, by mixing two parts rubbing alcohol, with one ‘heavy’ part of water, and about a tablespoon of dishwashing soap. Mix together in a spray bottle and spray the plant heavily, until it’s dripping. Repeat after about 5-7 days if you still see the mealy bugs. You can also soak a Q-tip with this mixture and ‘dab’ each mealy bug to get rid of them.

Repotting - (HR) grow rather slowly, so you won’t need to repot your plant very often. You’ll know it’s time to repot when you see the roots coming out of the

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drainage holes.

Choose a pot that’s about 1” bigger around than the pot it’s in. Make sure it has several drainage holes. Put about 1” of drainage material in the bottom of the pot.

Then put about 1/2”-1” of succulent/ cactus soil. Take your (HR) out of its current pot and place in its new pot. Fill in all around the root ball with the succulent/cactus soil. Water thoroughly and place in a bright south facing window. After an hour or so, dump any water that might have collected in the saucer. This is a succulent, so don’t ever let it sit in water for any length of time, since this could cause it to die.

Propagation - Hindu rope plants can easily be propagated by taking cuttings.

Take a piece of around 4 inches from a healthy stem. Be sure to get at least two or three nodes on the cutting. Remove the leaves from the lower section, and allow the cutting to dry overnight. The cutting can be rooted in a well-drained and airy potting soil, or you can root the cutting in water. The cuttings are slow to root Continued page 32

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Moss might work. You could also use low growing plants as a good companion for the lily, such as dianthus, Stonecrop, Hardy Geranium, or Crane’s Bill.

They can also be grown in containers if you choose.

I am one who loves them and am surprised every year by the number of blooms that emerge. Plant and have fun while gardening!

Gibson County Master Gardeners is a great group of like-minded gardeners. To join our group contact the Purdue Extension office, Maegan Hollis by email at mwhollis@purdue.edu. She will be glad to provide information on the next available classes.

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(HR) are a really interesting plant. The curling leaves that twist and turn ever which way make it a conversation starter. When it blooms, it becomes a more interesting and captivating plant.

(HR) are not easily found locally.

Occasionally, your bigger stores will get them in for sale. The next time you see them, buy one and take it home and grow.

Once it gets big enough, take some cuttings and start a few more. Then when you hear of someone who is at ‘the end of their rope’ give them a Hindu ‘Rope’ start, and to let them know you care.

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helping horses with colic.

It’s not easy being an animal doctor and Jim has been on the receiving end of a few kicks from cows, been down on his belly helping pigs deliver and says breech births are no fun.

He admitted that his favorite part of the job was surgery. However the hardest part was the euthanasias. It’s awful telling an owner when there’s no hope for their pet.

For fun some of Jim’s hobbies are golfing, coon hunting and he also raises cows. Even though Jim’s close to retiring, he comes in a few days a week during the busiest times, before and after weekends, to help out.

Don’t worry, Princeton Veterinary Clinic will be staying busy. They have an expansion planned, a new storage building in the works, and a boarding facility coming. You can bet Doc Feutz will be popping in for some time to come.

Master Gardeners Held Annual Plant Sale Photo: Jancey Smith

While some were traveling through town during the city wide yard sale on Saturday, May 14th, the Master Gardeners took advantage of the activity and held their annual plant sale at The Center for Seniors.

Above: Mary Ann O’Neil came looking for tomatoes.

Left: Members of the Master Gardeners helped shoppers at the plant sale.

Vine Street Market Offered Outdoor Shopping and Fun Local vendors and hand made crafts came to Fort Branch Park on Saturday, May 7th. There were also food trucks and music for patrons to make it a fun event.

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I try to never to give in to that temptation.

However, one day recently I was in the grocery store check out lane and saw a small recipe booklet called, “Cooking with Beer.” Yes, I was intrigued. After giving the little cookbook a really good glance-over as I waited in line, I went for it.

The impulse buy was going home with me.

You see the booklet highlighted recipes in all of the menu courses that used some type of beer as an ingredient - party snacks, sandwiches, entrees and yes, even desserts. It offered up such dishes as beer-battered fish tacos, cheddar beef and beer sliders, Irish stout chicken and even soft beer pretzels. This was an entire collection of dishes that used beer in a small hand-held book. It just seemed interesting and easy. Besides, good pictures always help to draw me in.

While eating lunch that day, I studied my new purchase and bounced all kinds of ideas around my mind. Finally, I decided to try the “Western BBQ Burgers with Beer BBQ sauce.” (That’s what I had most of the ingredients for - notice I said “most.”) Of course it helped that burger had been on sale that weekend.

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I must say that I’ve almost fallen in love with the grill pan. It’s easy to clean, leaves perfect grill marks and nothing seems to stick to it. The heat is really evenly distributed also, which is a nice perk.

As far as dinner that night . . . the burgers themselves tasted just like my normal “Mom” burger, because that’s how I made them. The beer was in the sauce. I’m not really sure why beer was in the sauce, because once you bring it to a boil, it’s not really a factor except for liquid. It seems to me that I just made the BBQ sauce a bit thinner. Well, OK, thanks for that.

So I just slathered the sauce on both sides of the bun so that everything was coated, gooey and down right sloppy. Some things are just best eaten messy and this was one of them. The right sauce is the key here.

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Women at Toyota a STEP Ahead in Manufacturing Excellence Three Toyota Employees Honored by the Manufacturing Institute WASHINGTON (April 29, 2022) – Three Toyota employees were honored by the Manufacturing Institute (MI) with STEP Ahead Awards at a ceremony held in Washington, D.C. Thursday evening.

The STEP Ahead Awards honor female leaders in science, technology, engineering and production careers for their excellence and outstanding leadership. Each year, MI recognizes 100 peer-nominated honorees and 30 emerging leaders. The 2022 honorees and emerging leaders come from 97 companies and represent all levels and the diversity of careers in manufacturing.

The three Toyota winners, including one emerging leader and two honorees, are: • Haley Antoine, Engineer - Vehicle Mobility & Engineering, Toyota Motor North America R&D, Michigan (Emerging Leader) • Jenny Bartley, Group Manager - Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana (Honoree) • Earnée Gilling, Group Manager - Technical Strategy and Planning Office, Toyota Motor North America R&D, Michigan (Honoree) These exceptional women join a group of 23 Toyota employees who have previously received this prestigious honor.

“We are so proud of these three exceptional women from across our U.S. operations. At Toyota, we aim to empower everyone to achieve their highest potential and inspire the next generation of leaders,” said Leah Curry, president, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana and previous STEP Ahead award winner.

Honoree, Jenny Bartley is a native of Gibson County who has worked with Curry for many years at Toyota Indiana. As Group Manager for Assembly, Jenny leads a production team of over 1,000 and serves as a one-onone mentor for women in the manufacturing industry.

“As president of Toyota Indiana, I have watched Jenny grow in her career and responsibilities,” said Curry. “I could not be more excited to see her receive

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To date, more than 1,000 women have been recognized.

“The STEP Ahead Awards are central to the industry’s efforts to recognize and empower women,” said MI President, Carolyn Lee. “Our honorees and emerging leaders serve as role models and have their own multiplier effect on the number of women in the workforce, paying it forward to help others find their way into a successful, rewarding career in modern manufacturing.”

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Solid Waste Held Hazardous Waste Day

The Azalea Path Hosted an After Hours Event

Saturday, April 30th was Hazardous Waste Day put on by Gibson County Solid Waste in conjunction with Toyota. Over 300 residents of Gibson County came to drop off oil, lead paints, medicines and needles. There were over 2,500 pounds of paint collected and 1600 gallons of oil. These items that are hazardous to the environment will be taken to Indianapolis to be incinerated so they won’t go into our water supply.

Above, Dan Lineman from the Sheriff’s department collected unused medicines to be given to the DEA for incineration.

These can be taken to the sheriff’s department or CVS throughout the year.

Right: Paint is being unloaded for proper disposal.

xxxxxx Members of the Pike and Gibson County Chambers held a ribbon cutting at the Azalea Path.

Tuesday, April 26th was a beautiful spring day at the Azalea Path. Chamber members gathered to not only enjoy the view of spring beauty, have snacks, meet with fellow business people, but also view all the improvements and upgrades made by Bev and Steve Knight.

Isaiah Project 1:17 Hosted Open House Photos: Jancey Smith

~ Recycle Tips ~ Happy Summer Gibson County! June is a big month for Gibson County Solid Waste. Our community members are getting their gardens ready and planted which means that our compost piles are well visited! Any Gibson County resident can come and draw compost from the matured pile to fertilize their gardens. The Compost Yard is open Tuesday through Saturday from 7:00am to 3:00pm. We do ask that you arrive before 2:30 to draw compost so that you have time to get what you need before the operators need to lock the gates.

Also, this June we are saying “Thank you!” and “Best Wishes!!” to Darrell, our Compost Yard Senior Operator. Darrell began his work with the Gibson County Landfill, then in 1992, when it became Gibson County Solid Waste Management District, he stayed with us! Now after 48 years of dedicated service to our community, he is retiring. We wish him and his family the very best - we hope he pops in to visit every now and then. Thank you, Darrell, for all your service!

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To celebrate May as Foster Awareness month, the Isaiah Project 1:17 held an open house on Wednesday, May 4th. The public was invited to tour their facility on the west side of the Princeton square and learn more about their mission to help foster children and families.

Above: Mayor Greg Wright read a proclamation naming May as foster awareness month.

Left: Board members and volunteers of the Isaiah 1:17 Project.

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Historic Marker Unveiled at Lyles Station Lyles Station School and Museum held a dedication for the historical marker for W.W.I Veteran Aaron Fisher on Saturday, April 30th.

Mayor Greg Wright was the opening speaker followed by Michella Varino from the Indiana Historical Marker Program. She informed the crowd that there are four historical markers in Gibson County and Lyles Station was the first.

Dr. Randy Mills, from Oakland City University, told the group the story of Aaron Fisher, from his beginning at Lyles Station to his military career and awards. Leon Bates, whose wife is from Lyles Station, completed the program offering his personal research into Aaron Fisher and Colonel Young. There was a good crowd in attendance for the unveiling.

Mayor and local historian, Greg Wright, admitted his lack of prior knowledge about Aaron Fisher until recent years.

Dr. Randy Mills spoke of the lack of recognition for black veterans honors and more inequalities.

Leon Bates told the crowd of his and his daughter’s research into Lyles Station history.

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The fourth historical marker in Gibson County.

Stanley Madison watched as Brad Ridgely and Robert Utley helped with the unveiling of the marker.

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A Night at the Museum Showcases Local History at Lyles Station Photos: Jennifer MacKay

History came to life at Lyles Station on Friday and Saturday, May 20th and 21st. The Broadway Players teamed up with members of Lyles Station in a script written by local editor Janice Barniak and directed by Kara Gray, Broadway Players Artistic Director. Patrons went to ten settings to hear from historical figures about the escape from slavery along the Underground Railroad through Indiana and Lyles Station.

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